Cruelty Free
Cruelty-free means that the products are not currently tested on animals.

This term is typically used for cosmetics as part of an effort to cater to those who are trying to be more conscious about animal treatment.

However, since there are no legal definitions for this term, there are some loopholes in how these terms are used. For example, a product can be called cruelty-free because the final product isn’t tested on animals, even if the ingredients themselves were.

As such, it’s important to have a better understanding of what cruelty-free actually means and how it applies to the skincare products you use. This is especially true if you’re seeking out options that will help you remain aligned with your personal ethics.

In this guide, we’ll go over the meaning of cruelty-free, relevant certifications, and how to identify products you can use. Keep reading or use the links below to learn more.

Cruelty-free products aren't currently tested on animals in their final form. It focuses on the ethical treatment of animals and ensuring that no harm is done to them during the testing of products.

Cruelty-free products may contain animal products like beeswax, honey, or lanolin. Additionally, because of the lack of legal restrictions, cruelty-free can be used for products where the raw ingredients themselves have been tested on animals in the past.